BIHR Magna Carta Series: Magna Carta Study Day in Clare

BIHR’s Director, Stephen Bowen, is delighted to have been invited to deliver the closing address of this study day on Saturday 6 June 2015 as part of Magna Carta in Clare celebrations sponsored by Clare Historical & Archaeological Society

Part of BIHR’s Magna Carta Series of public lectures, Stephen will explore how in the 800 year anniversary of that ancient document its modern incarnation, the Human Rights Act, is subject to political threats which should concern us all. He will speak about the value of universal human rights, a journey which starts but did not end with the Magna Carta, and how everyone has a role to play in ensuring this legacy continues to be a reality today.

Human Rights through the Ages premiered at our Human Rights Tour 2012. It highlights a handful of historical events that have contributed to our modern understanding of human rights, with a bit of tongue in cheek media commentary thrown in. It has proved extremely popular, have a watch and see what you think!

Co-produced with advocacy groups this guide shows how the rights and duties in the Human Rights Act can help strengthen support for people with mental health problems. It uses handy tables, flowcharts, case studies, and worked through examples.